A clutch plate is part of a series of discs between the pressure plate and flywheel inside of a transmission. The round plate has a friction sensitive surface that allows it to grip and sits next to the flywheel that is connected to the driveshaft, so the flywheel starts to spin as soon as the engine is turned on and the motor turns the crankshaft. When the clutch, the clutch plate moves away from the flywheel because a series of springs and bearings pulls the pressure plate back. When the clutch pedal is released, the pressure plate is reengaged by the springs and then pushes against the clutch plate. When engaged, the pressure plate forces the flywheel and clutch together.

A clutch plate is designed to handle different levels of force and apply different ranges of friction depending on its design and materials. But it’s probably no surprise that excess heat can cause clutches to fail –that’s a proven fact. But using TCI® Frictions or Clutch Plates can prevent that with their superior materials and engineering.

High Performance Frictions

High coefficient of friction & high temperature resistance

Power apply applications feature grooved surface area to improve clutch apply time

Suitable for both street/strip and racing applications

Xtreme Performance HD Frictions

Provide smoother shifts and longer life in high horsepower applications

Designed with softer, more resilient base paper for less wear against opposing steel plates

Saturated with phenolic resin and silicate for high heat resistance to friction paper

High-Static Reverse Steel Clutch Plates

Stop forward “creep” due to clutch slippage while transbrake is applied